Senior Maintenance Staff Technician 2026-02326

Senior Maintenance Staff Technician 2026-02326

Salary

$6,087.47 - $6,763.47 Monthly

Location

Basin, WY

Job Type

Permanent Full-time

Job Number

2026-02326

Department

Department of Transportation

Division

Department of Transportation

Opening Date

09/23/2026

Closing Date

Continuous

FLSA

Non-Exempt

Job Classification

TNST09

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Description and Functions

Open Until Filled

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

The Wyoming Department of Transportation (WYDOT) is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Senior Staff Technician to serve WYDOT District 5 in Basin, Wyoming. This leadership-focused role provides district-level oversight of right-of-way administration, permit management, contract coordination, budgeting, and maintenance operations, ensuring projects and programs are delivered efficiently, safely, and in compliance with state statutes and environmental regulations. The position plays a critical role in balancing the needs of the public, adjacent landowners, and utility companies with department infrastructure priorities and safety standards.

The Senior Staff Technician is instrumental in identifying and developing projects for State Transportation Improvement Program (STIP) inclusion, preparing cost estimates, and managing fiscal and inventory controls through enterprise asset systems such as ERP, Agile Assets, and PeopleSoft. This role also coordinates emergency response efforts related to severe weather and hazardous material incidents, helping protect Wyoming's transportation system and the traveling public. By promoting workforce development, regulatory compliance, operational efficiency, and clear communication across internal teams, external agencies, contractors, and community stakeholders, this position serves as a cornerstone of District 5 operations.

Located in the heart of the Bighorn Basin, the town of Basin-established in 1896 and proudly known as the "Lilac City"-offers an exceptional quality of life. Surrounded by the natural beauty of the Bighorn Mountains, the area provides abundant opportunities for year-round outdoor recreation, including camping, fishing, hunting, wildlife viewing, skiing, ATV riding, snowmobiling, hiking, boating, and swimming. Combined with Wyoming's advantage of no state income tax, this opportunity offers both professional impact and an outstanding lifestyle.

This position offers:

$2,000 Hiring Bonus See notes for eligibility

Working for the State of Wyoming offers more than a paycheck. Our total compensation package includes:

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance

• Paid vacation, sick leave, FMLA, and holidays

• Retirement - Pension and 457B plans that help you build a secure future

• Flexible schedules and work-life balance options

• Meaningful work that makes a difference for Wyoming communities

and MUCH MORE! Click here for detailed information, or you can watch this short video to learn about our benefit package!

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Explore our Total Compensation Calculator: compensationcalculator.wyo.gov

Human Resources Contact: Jesse Maschke / jesse.maschke1@wyo.gov / 307-757-4416

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function which may be performed at the job level.

• May travel extensively in the field and provide investigative expertise in particular areas for specialized needs of WYDOT.
• Using WYDOT policy and applicable state statutes, this position works closely with individual citizens, adjacent landowners, and public utility companies to balance their needs with WYDOT Right of Way and infrastructure concerns in the review, approval, and administration of Utility Permits and Licenses, Fencing Agreements, Landscaping permits, Right of Way encroachments and other miscellaneous WYDOT permits.
• Develops, administers, and coordinates various repair and maintenance contracts and other programs that affect WYDOT right of way, property, facilities, and personnel.
• Identify projects to include State Transportation Improvement Plan (STIP) and complete field estimates for quantity, cost, and details required to execute the project successfully.
• Using the annual maintenance budget, five-year plan, and Agile Assets, this position gathers and analyzes historical data as well as planned work to determine needs, order, and track annual. Quarterly material inventory orders and property needs to ensure adequate maintenance material inventory quantities and equipment to accomplish the district work plan.
• Coordinate multiple states and local agency responses to weather, traffic, and hazardous materials spill related to incidents on roadways within WYDOT District 5.
• Prepares, manages, analyzes, and monitors fiscal overhead and road section budget; work plans for 12 maintenance crew and district staff through the utilization of data collection, report preparation, and analyzing of information.
• In conjunction with State Maintenance staff, this position renews and maintains WYDOT District 5s Industrial Storm Water permit in accordance with WYDEQ requirements. This position also periodically inspects maintenance-controlled yards, pits, and stockpile areas throughout the district to ensure compliance with WYDEQ Storm Water and Small Construction Permits.
• Works with the local foremen, area supervisors, and state trainers, and outside vendors to identify and organize maintenance equipment and other specialized training to meet the educational needs of District personnel.
• Actively promotes teamwork and a positive workplace.

Qualifications

PREFERENCES/AGENCY REQUIREMENTS:

Candidate must have the ability to acquire the following: Hazardous Materials Specialist Certification and Permit-Required Confined Spaces Certification.

Agency may require a Class A Commercial Drivers License.

KNOWLEDGE:

• Knowledgeable in principles, concepts, and current management practices, including bidding and purchasing practices, accounting, maintenance operations, and budgeting.
• Extensive knowledge of computer operations, software functionality, and integration to include Word processing, spreadsheets, databases, internet information gathering, designing, and web-based integrated ERP linear asset management and financial reporting systems (Agile Assets & PeopleSoft).
• Knowledge of Hazardous Material spill response, clean up, and disposal procedures.
• Knowledge of DEQ Storm Water regulations and MS4 permit requirements.
• Knowledge of Safe Work Procedures with OSHA compliance.
• Possesses the skills needed to communicate both orally and in writing to those within and outside the department clearly and concisely.
• Skilled in evaluation, decision-making, work leadership, and management, including estimating materials, manpower, and equipment needs.
• Utilizes basic engineering and accounting calculations and techniques to make accurate computations using personal computers, calculators, handheld GPS units, and various vehicle-mounted data gathering devices relating to highway budgeting, planning, construction, and design concepts.
• Displays self-motivation, direction, and independent judgment in determining work methods.
• Effectively and professionally deals with conflict and controversial issues.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:

Bachelors Degree (typically in Transportation Occupational Groups)

Experience:

0-3 years of progressive work experience in (typically in Transportation Occupational Groups) with acquired knowledge at the level of a(n) Staff Technician II

OR

Education & Experience Substitution:

4-6 years of progressive work experience in (typically in Transportation Occupational Groups) with acquired knowledge at the level of a(n) Staff Technician II

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:

Agency may require Class A Commercial Drivers License

Necessary Special Requirements

PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:

• May travel extensively.

NOTES:

• FLSA: Non-exempt

• WYDOT uses E-Verify, an Internet-based system, to confirm the eligibility of all newly hired employees to work in the United States. Learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities.

• Wyoming Department of Transportation is a drug-free workplace.

• Wyoming Department of Transportation will conduct motor vehicle record checks to verify a valid drivers license.

• This position could require frequent travel with possible overnights.

• Qualifying eligibility and criteria for the hiring bonus

• Temporary employees accepting a full-time position.

• Current employees are accepting a promotional opportunity, so recruitment must be opened to the public.

• One year of service to WYDOT must be completed; failure to complete this requirement will forfeit the hiring incentive, and funds will be recouped from final pay.

• Internal candidates would be required to remain in the position for a minimum of one (1) year from their promotion date.

• Employees would only be eligible for one (1) hiring bonus in a 12-month period.

• If the employee elects to downgrade through an active recruitment and/or appointment during the twelve (12) month period, they would be required to pay the bonus back.

Supplemental Information

045-Department of Transportation - WYDOT - Chief Engineer - District Maintenance

Click here to view the State of Wyoming Classification and Pay Structure.

URL: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/wyoming/default.cfm

The State of Wyoming is an Equal Opportunity Employer and actively supports the ADA and reasonably accommodates qualified applicants with disabilities.

Class Specifications are subject to change, please refer to the A & I HRD Website to ensure that you have the most recent version.

Working for the State of Wyoming means more than a job - it's a stable, rewarding career that lets you make a difference while enjoying a great quality of life.

Employees enjoy:

• Comprehensive health coverage - medical, dental, and vision plans for you and your family
• Voluntary Benefits - including life insurance for you and family members, ambulance, pet insurance, short/long-term disability, flex spending and health savings accounts
• Multiple retirement options - including the Wyoming Retirement System and a 457B account, helping you plan for long-term financial security
• Generous paid leave and flexible schedules - vacation, sick leave, paid FMLA and 9 paid holidays each year
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility - for those with qualifying student loans
• Training and professional development - to support your career growth and advancement
• Employee Assistance Program - Includes paid short-term counseling, legal, financial and work-life benefits and select employee discounts
• Wellness Program - Earn paid time off and incentives by focusing on your personal health

Know your full value.

Your paycheck is only part of the picture. The State of Wyoming offers a Total Compensation Calculator that shows the full value of your salary plus benefits, so you can clearly see what your complete compensation package looks like.

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WORKING FOR THE GREATEST STATE IN THE NATION - Wyoming offers a lifestyle you can't find anywhere else - wide-open spaces, clean air, friendly communities, year-round recreation, and no state income tax.

Click here for detailed information or you can watch this short video to learn about our benefit package!.

01

(AA) Which of the following best describes your highest completed level of education to date or within the next three (3 months)? (Transcripts may be required.)

• High School Diploma/GED/or Equivalent
• Some college Coursework, No Degree Received
• Associates Degree
• Associates Degree and additional coursework
• Bachelors Degree
• Bachelors Degree and additional coursework
• Masters Degree
• Masters Degree and additional coursework
• Doctorate Degree
• Doctorate Degree and additional coursework
• None of the Above

02

(AA) Which of the following Quarter/Semester credit hours best describes your completed college education to date or within the next three (3 months)? (Transcripts may be required.)

• 45+ Quarter hours/30+ Semester hours
• 90+ Quarter hours/60+ Semester hours
• 136+ Quarter hours/91+ Semester hours
• 180+ Quarter hours/120+ Semester hours
• 225+ Quarter hours/150+Semester hours
• N/A

03

(TNST09) Which of the following best describes your work experience in Transportation-Staff Technician? Experience definition: (This experience includes, but may not be limited to, the following: any of Wyomings Department of Transportations Transportation Occupational Group classificiations, such as highway maintenance, construction and field survey, transporation design.)

• No relevant experience.
• Less than one (1) year of relevant experience.
• One (1) to less than three (3) years of relevant experience.
• Three (3) to less than four (4) years of relevant experience.
• Four (4) or more years of relevant experience.

04

(AA) Describe your relevant experience in the box below.

05

Do you have the ability to acquire Hazardous Materials Specialist Certification and Permit-Required Confined Spaces Certification?

• Yes
• No
• Already Certified

06

If yes, please provide your Certification information.

07

Do you currently have a valid Class A Commercial Drivers License?

• Yes
• No

08

Do you have the ability to obtain a Class A Commercial Drivers License?

• Yes
• No

09

(AA) VETERANS PREFERENCE DISCLOSURE: PER WYOMING STATUTE, current employees of the State of Wyoming are not eligible for veterans preference. If you are not a current employee of the State of Wyoming, to be eligible to receive veterans preference you MUST have been a resident of the State of Wyoming for a period of one (1) year or more at any time prior to submitting this application. I have read and understand the veterans preference disclosure.

• Yes
• No
• I am not a veteran

10

(AA) VETERANS PREFERENCE: If you are a war veteran as defined in section 101, Title 38, United States Code or are the surviving spouse of a war veteran who receives survivor benefits from the federal government based on the veterans military service, and wish to claim veterans preference, please attach the appropriate documentation substantiating your claim. Indicate below your appropriate veterans preference status. By requesting veterans preference, you are certifying that you meet the statutory requirements as described in the above disclosure.

• Current State Employee
• Veteran - DD214 Attached
• Disabled Veteran (10% or more) - DD214 and Veterans Disability Determination Attached
• Surviving Spouse of a Deceased Veteran - DD214 and proof of Survivor Benefit Attached
• None of the above

11

(AA) Please be advised that an incomplete application WILL NOT be considered for employment. An attached resume is not required and is not an acceptable substitution for a completed application. Some State of Wyoming agencies use E-Verify, an Internet-based system, to confirm the eligibility of all newly hired employees to work in the United States. Learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities at https://www.uscis.gov/e-verify. I have read and understand the above statement.

• Yes
• No

Required Question

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Statewide, Wyoming, 82002

Phone 307-777-7188

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